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Virgin Secures Track Access for Eurostar Rival Launch in 2030
Virgin has moved closer to launching a rival high-speed rail service to Eurostar by securing track access. The company aims to begin operations in 2030, increasing competition on cross-Channel routes.
17 Aug, 08:40 — 17 Aug, 15:55
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Virgin receives track access to launch Eurostar rival in 2030
British group Virgin received high-speed rail access through the Channel Tunnel, an element needed to launch a rival service to Eurostar, which has held a monopoly on passenger services through the tunnel since 1994.
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Virgin Moves Closer To Launching Eurostar Rival In 2030 - Barron's
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